Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Friendly
Obedient
Sociable
Hard
Working
Protective
Mannered

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

McNabs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bosties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

McNabs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

Scottish Collies, Nomadic Basque Sheepdogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Dog Registry of America Inc.

Unknown

19th Century

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Black
Red
Pied

Bosties are known for their coat length.

McNabs have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Bostie can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A McNab can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bosties are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

McNabs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bosties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the McNab breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

None Known

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Ear Infections
Multi-Drug Resistance Gene (MDR1)

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Bosties are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

McNabs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bostie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

McNab has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bosties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

McNab dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bosties are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

McNabs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For McNab, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bosties usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most McNabs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Bostie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

McNab should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-65 pound (16 - 29 kg) McNab feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bostie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a McNab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bostie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a McNab is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Bostie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

McNabs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Bosties make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

McNabs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bosties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

McNabs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bosties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

McNabs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bosties are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

McNabs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bosties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

McNabs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bosties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

McNabs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.